Jennifer Bain — Afternoon Jays, 2025
Ink and acrylic on clayboard
72" x 24" unframed | 73" x 25" framed
$6,000
In Afternoon Jays, Jennifer Bain presents a striking vertical composition that captures the distinct personalities of four blue jays nestled among branches rendered in a whispery interplay of ink washes. The birds are painted with vivid clarity and delicate detail—their plumage in shades of cobalt and indigo sharply contrasts the soft, atmospheric foliage that surrounds them.
The vertical format amplifies the sense of upward movement and layered space, inviting the viewer to engage with each jay individually while appreciating the rhythmic structure of the entire piece. Bain’s use of ink and acrylic on clayboard allows for fine textural variation—some passages dissolve into misty veils, while others are anchored in crisp naturalism.
Afternoon Jays conveys both the lively intelligence of its subjects and the meditative stillness of their environment, making it a sophisticated and commanding statement for collectors seeking contemporary avian art with a harmonious blend of realism and abstraction.
Alt Description:
A tall vertical painting of four blue jays perched on branches with abstract green and black ink foliage, set against a pale background.
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